Lohse led the majors in winning percentage, going 16-3, and was among the league leaders with a 2.79 ERA.

Earlier in the postseason, the 36-year-old Berkman — a New Braunfels Canyon product who played in only 32 games this past season while slowed by knee trouble — said he'd probably decide whether he'll try to keep playing in a month or two, depending on interest from other teams.

Sabathia has elbow surgery: Yankees ace CC Sabathia had arthroscopic surgery to remove a bone spur from his left elbow. The team expects him to recover before the start of next season.

Zimmerman operation: Nationals 3B Ryan Zimmerman had arthroscopic surgery on his right shoulder and is expected to be ready for the start of spring training.

White Sox moves: Chicago is promoting general manager Ken Williams and assistant GM Rick Hahn, a person familiar with the situation said. It was not clear exactly what their new titles will be.